Paleo Chipotle Chicken
Get ready to fire up your taste buds with this bold and smoky Paleo Chipotle Chicken recipe! Perfectly tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs are marinated in a flavor-packed blend of chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, fresh lime juice, aromatic garlic, and warm spices like cumin and smoked paprika. This easy recipe offers versatility, allowing you to grill or bake the chicken to juicy perfection in under 30 minutes of cook time. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this high-protein, paleo-friendly dish is bursting with zesty, smoky heat and pairs beautifully with sides like cauliflower rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp salad for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Whether you're meal prepping or serving up a crowd-pleasing dinner, this chipotle chicken is your go-to recipe for big flavors with minimal effort!
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 pieces chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
Step 1
In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.
Step 2
Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably up to 8 hours for maximum flavor.
Step 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 4
If grilling, remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any leftover marinade. Grill the chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked and have nice grill marks. If baking, place the chicken in a single layer in a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Step 5
Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving plate and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Step 6
Serve the chipotle chicken hot with your favorite Paleo-friendly sides such as cauliflower rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (752.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1712.9 |
| Total Fat 110.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 750mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3359.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.4g | |
| Protein 159.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 42IU | 0% |
| Calcium 148.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1777.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories